Biomechanical simulation of radial head subluxation in cadaveric pediatric elbows

• Main Authors: Molly Meadows, MD (Author), Brian Vuong, BS (Author), Hunter Storaci, MS (Author), Kaysie Tam, BS (Author), Kevin Shea, MD (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Radial head subluxation, known as pulled elbow or nursemaid's elbow, is a common pediatric condition that occurs when a longitudinal traction force is applied to an extended elbow. The purpose of our study was to demonstrate and quantify the axial traction force required to produce...